63303 Remov vertebral xdrl bdy lumbar/sacral
Also known as: lumbar anterior vertebrectomy, anterior lumbar corpectomy, sacral anterior vertebrectomy
Removal of vertebral body with anterior approach in the lumbar or sacral region. This procedure involves anterior lumbar or sacral vertebrectomy.
In Plain Language
front approach removal of lower back or sacral vertebral bone
Clinical Context
Used for lumbar or sacral vertebral body pathology requiring anterior decompression and stabilization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 32.71 |
| Total RVU | 32.71 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 32.71, this code ranks in the 94th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 63303?
CPT 63303 (Remov vertebral xdrl bdy lumbar/sacral) is a Surgery code. Removal of vertebral body with anterior approach in the lumbar or sacral region. This procedure involves anterior lumbar or sacral vertebrectomy.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 63303?
The work RVU for CPT 63303 is 32.71. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Spine Surgery, Neurosurgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 63303 used?
Used for lumbar or sacral vertebral body pathology requiring anterior decompression and stabilization.
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